2016 Audi A4 Sport Tfsi 1.4L Petrol · CA66 NTG

The Audi A4 Sport TFSI has maintained a broadly stable roadworthiness trend over the past three years, with only the most recent April 2026 MOT at 112,306 miles passing without defects—a positive sign of recent attention to critical components. However, the preceding 12 months reveal a concerning pattern of brake and tyre neglect. The April 2025 failure and subsequent retest both highlighted front brake discs and pads at legal limits, alongside multiple tyres worn to or beyond the 1.6mm tread threshold. While these were rectified before the 2026 test, the repetition suggests either deferred maintenance or inconsistent upkeep. The suspension advisories from December 2022—both upper arm bushes flagged as worn—remain unaddressed in later records, indicating they were either overlooked or deemed non-urgent by previous owners. Mileage accumulation has been steady but unremarkable, with 112,306 miles over ten years averaging just over 11,000 miles annually, typical for its age. The gap between the January 2022 and December 2022 tests (10,051 miles in 11 months) aligns with this pattern, showing no sudden spikes or prolonged inactivity. The absence of MOT records between December 2022 and April 2025—nearly three years—is unusual for a vehicle of this age and suggests either a private keeper exemption or deliberate avoidance of testing. If the latter, it raises questions about whether other minor issues were ignored during that period. For a prospective buyer, the front brake system demands immediate scrutiny. Both discs and pads were repeatedly at legal limits in 2025, and while the 2026 pass suggests recent renewal, binding calipers or uneven wear could still lurk. The suspension bushes noted in late 2022, if left unattended, may now contribute to clunking over rough roads or uneven tyre wear—critical for handling and safety. Tyres should be checked for internal damage, as the 2025 failure cited a cut reaching ply in one front tyre, a risk factor for sudden failure. Structural integrity is less of a concern given the lack of corrosion advisories, but a thorough undercarriage inspection is prudent to rule out hidden rust in high-stress areas like subframes or control arms. The vehicle’s clean 2026 MOT is encouraging, but the history of deferred brake and tyre maintenance paints a picture of inconsistent care. Prioritise a pre-purchase brake inspection, including pad/disc thickness and caliper function, alongside a suspension health check for any play in bushings or struts. The absence of recent advisories on exhaust emissions or lighting systems is positive, but the pattern of rectifying only what’s legally required—rather than addressing advisories—should temper expectations of proactive ownership.